Israel Strikes Iran Nuclear Sites Amid Escalation

Israel launched a large-scale preemptive airstrike on Iran, involving over 200 fighter jets targeting nuclear facilities such as Natanz and killing General Hossein Salami, commander-in-chief of the IRGC, along with other senior military figures. The strikes caused significant explosions in Tehran and other areas, with black smoke observed at key nuclear sites. In response, Iran launched over 100 drones at Israel, leading to the activation of Israeli air defenses, a state of emergency, and the closure of Israeli airspace. The International Atomic Energy Agency's ability to monitor Iran's nuclear material is now uncertain, as Iran had previously threatened special measures regarding its enriched uranium if attacked. The attacks have raised fears of a wider Middle East conflict and driven up oil prices, while the extent of U.S. involvement remains unclear. Regional instability continues as both sides assess next steps.